On February 18, 2025, Windsor High School's boys basketball coach, Ken Smith, secured his 700th career victory with a commanding 92-53 win over East Hartford in the first round of the Central Connecticut Conference (CCC) tournament. This achievement places Smith among an elite group of Connecticut high school basketball coaches, including Vito Montelli and Nick Augelli, who have also surpassed the 700-win mark.CTINSIDER.COM
Sophomore standout Missoni Brown led the Warriors with 28 points, contributing significantly to the team's early and sustained dominance throughout the game. Reflecting on the milestone, Smith, now in his 36th season at Windsor, expressed both pride and relief, stating, "I'm glad it's over." CTINSIDER.COM
This victory comes after two previous attempts to reach the 700-win milestone were thwarted by losses to Glastonbury and Bishop Hendricken (R.I.). Notably, Smith's 600th win also came against East Hartford in 2020, highlighting a recurring theme in his coaching journey. CTINSIDER.COM
Under Smith's leadership, Windsor High School has consistently been a formidable force in Connecticut high school basketball, securing multiple state championships and conference titles. The team is set to face top-seeded Manchester in the CCC tournament quarterfinals, aiming to build on their recent success and continue their pursuit of excellence. CTINSIDER.COM